Jonah Tali Lomu, MNZM (born May 12, 1975) is a New Zealand rugby union footballer who has played 73 times (63 caps) as an All Black after debuting in 1994. Lomu was born in Auckland, New Zealand of Tongan descent. He grew up in South Auckland and attended Wesley College, Pukekohe. He is generally regarded as the first true global superstar of rugby union, and one of the sport's most intimidating players on the pitch,^[1] and has had a huge impact on the game.^[2] Image File history File links Jonah_Lomu_Autobiography. ... is the 132nd day of the year (133rd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1975 (MCMLXXV) was a common year starting on Wednesday (link will display full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... Schematic map of Auckland. ... The kilogram or kilogramme (symbol: kg) is the SI base unit of mass. ... The pound (abbreviations: lb or, sometimes in the United States, #) is a unit of mass (called weight in everyday parlance) in a number of different systems, including English units, Imperial units, and United States customary units. ... For other uses, see Rugby (disambiguation). ... A rugby union team is made up of 15 players: eight forwards, numbered from 1 to 8; and seven backs, numbered from 9 to 15[1]. Depending upon the competition, there may be up to seven replacements. ... A rugby union team is made up of 15 players: eight forwards, numbered from 1 to 8; and seven backs, numbered from 9 to 15[1]. Depending upon the competition, there may be up to seven replacements. ... First international Australia 3 - 22 New Zealand (15 August 1903) Largest win New Zealand 145 - 17 Japan (4 June 1995) Worst defeat Australia 28 - 7 New Zealand (28 August 1999) World Cup Appearances 5 (First in 1987) Best result Champions, 1987 The All Blacks are New Zealands national rugby... A cap is an appearance for a select team, such as a school, county or international team in sports. ... The North Harbour Rugby Union was formed in 1985 and during this time has developed a reputation for playing quality rugby football. ... Official website www. ... The Wellington Rugby Football Union (WRFU) is the official governing body of rugby union in the city of Wellington, the capital of New Zealand. ... The Counties Manukau Rugby Football Union (CMRFU) is the governing body of rugby union in the Franklin district of New Zealand. ... The Super 14 is the largest rugby union football club championship in the southern hemisphere, consisting of provincial teams from Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. ... The Hurricanes (formerly known as the Wellington Hurricanes) are a New Zealand rugby union team based in Wellington and representing the East Coast, Poverty Bay, Hawkes Bay, Taranaki, Wanganui, Manawatu, Wairarapa-Bush, Horowhenua-Kapiti and Wellington unions. ... The Chiefs (formerly known as the Waikato Chiefs) are a professional rugby union team based in Hamilton, New Zealand. ... This article is about the New Zealand rugby team. ... The Massey Rugby Club is a New Zealand rugby union club located in Massey, Waitakere City. ... The following is a list of international rugby union teams: Any team added to this list should have a corresponding Category:International rugby union teams or Category:National rugby union teams link put into the bottom the article to keep the Category database up to date. ... Wesley College is a multi-cultural secondary school in Pukekohe, Auckland, New Zealand. ... Current flag of the Commonwealth Games Federation Locations of the games, and participating countries Commonwealth Games Federation seal, adopted in 2001 The Commonwealth Games is a multinational, multi-sport event. ... The 1998 XVI Commonwealth Games were held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from September 11 to September 21 making it the first Asian country to act as host and the last Commonwealth Games for 20th Century. ... The New Zealand Order of Merit is an order of chivalry established on 30 May 1996 by Queen Elizabeth II of New Zealand. ... is the 132nd day of the year (133rd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1975 (MCMLXXV) was a common year starting on Wednesday (link will display full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... For other uses, see Rugby (disambiguation). ... A cap is an appearance for a select team, such as a school, county or international team in sports. ... First international Australia 3 - 22 New Zealand (15 August 1903) Largest win New Zealand 145 - 17 Japan (4 June 1995) Worst defeat Australia 28 - 7 New Zealand (28 August 1999) World Cup Appearances 5 (First in 1987) Best result Champions, 1987 The All Blacks are New Zealands national rugby... Auckland, in the North Island of New Zealand, is the largest urban area in New Zealand. ... South Auckland is a common name for a part of Auckland, New Zealand. ... Wesley College is a multi-cultural secondary school in Pukekohe, Auckland, New Zealand. ... A pitch is an open outdoor area for various activities. ...

Lomu burst onto the international rugby scene during the 1995 World Cup in South Africa. At one time Lomu was considered 'rugby union's biggest drawcard', swelling attendances at any match where he appeared. He has played for several provincial teams, in the National Provincial Championship (NPC) and Super Rugby competitions. These included Counties Manukau, the Auckland Blues, Waikato Chiefs, and later the Wellington Lions and Hurricanes. He is making a comeback after undergoing a kidney transplant in 2004. He was married to South African Tanya Rutter in 1996, and they officially divorced in 2000. He has been married to Fiona Taylor since 2003. He is officially the Rugby World Cup all-time top try scorer with 15 tries.[1] The 1995 Rugby World Cup was the third Rugby World Cup. ... The National Provincial Championship (which for sponsorship reasons, is referred to as Air New Zealand NPC or just simply NPC) is New Zealands principal domestic rugby union competition. ... The Super 14 is the largest rugby union football club championship in the southern hemisphere, consisting of provincial teams from Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. ... Schematic map of Auckland. ... The Auckland Blues is a New Zealand rugby union team based in Auckland, New Zealand, and representing the Northland, North Harbour and Auckland unions. ... Waikato is the name of a region in the North Island of New Zealand. ... The Chiefs (formerly known as Waikato Chiefs), are a New Zealand rugby union team based in Hamilton, New Zealand, and representing the Counties Manukau, Waikato, Thames Valley, King Country and Bay of Plenty unions; up until 1999 North Harbour which was swapped with the Blues for Counties Manukau. ... It has been suggested that this article or section be merged with Wellington Region. ... The Wellington Rugby Football Union is the official governing body of rugby union in the city of Wellington, the capital of New Zealand. ... The Hurricanes are a New Zealand rugby union team based in Wellington and representing the East Coast, Poverty Bay, Hawkes Bay, Taranaki, Wanganui, Manawatu, Wairarapa-Bush, Horowhenua-Kapiti and Wellington unions. ... For the world cup that is contested in rugby league, see Rugby League World Cup. ...

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Physical attributes

Lomu's physique was particularly suited for rugby as he is large, fast, and strong - qualities he augments with aggression, skill, and an intimidating presence on the field. At 1.96^[3] metres (6 foot 5 inches/195.58 centimetres), Lomu is as tall as most locks, and at 119 kilograms^[3] (18.7 stone/262 pounds) is as heavy as most props. Despite his size he was (the All Blacks heaviest ever back), when healthy, still able to run 100 metres (109.4 yards) in 10.89 seconds.^[4] A rugby union team is made up of 15 players: eight forwards, numbered from 1 to 8; and seven backs, numbered from 9 to 15[1]. Depending upon the competition, there may be up to seven replacements. ... A rugby union team is made up of 15 players: eight forwards, numbered from 1 to 8; and seven backs, numbered from 9 to 15[1]. Depending upon the competition, there may be up to seven replacements. ...

At school his sprint training included running around the field and pulling a lawn-roller with a rope tied around his waist. Lomu played rugby league until the age of fourteen. While at Wesley and being coached by Chris Grinter, Lomu became a mobile loose forward in the college's First XV. He was soon noticed by provincial rugby selectors, and joined the Counties Manukau NPC team side. Lomu was also selected for national age-grade sides, representing New Zealand under-17 in 1991-92 and New Zealand Secondary Schools in 1992-93.^[3] Wally Lewis passing the ball in Rugby League State of Origin. ... Chris Grinter is the former coach of rugby superstar Jonah Lomu, and currently the principal of New Zealands top golfing school Rotorua Boys High School. ... Counties Manukau Rugby Football Union (CMRFU) is a Rugby Football Union, based in the Franklin district of New Zealand. ...

Early career

Lomu represented New Zealand in the national under-19 side in 1993, as well as the under-21 side the following year.^[3] He first came to international attention at the 1994 Hong Kong Sevens tournament^[5], as part of a fearsome team including Eric Rush, and Christian Cullen. The Hong Kong Sevens (香港七人欖球賽) is generally considered the premier tournament on the World Sevens Series in Rugby Union. ... Eric Rush is a New Zealand rugby union footballer and a Rugby Sevens legend, arguably one of the greatest Sevens players to grace the game. ... Christian Mathias Cullen (born February 12, 1976 in Paraparaumu) is a New Zealand rugby player. ...

At the age of 19 years and 45 days Jonah Lomu became the youngest All Black test player as he debuted on the wing against France in 1994. The match was played at Lancaster Park in Christchurch, and the All Blacks lost 22 points to eight. Lomu's performance was middling - but the best was yet to come. He had however performed well enough to ensure his selection the following week, in the second of two tests against France. The match was played at Eden Park in Auckland, and France won again, 23 to 20. Jade Stadium, formerly known as Lancaster Park is a sports stadium situated in Christchurch. ... Christchurch (Māori: ) is the regional capital of Canterbury, New Zealand. ... Eden Park is the main sports ground in Auckland, New Zealand for both rugby union during winter, and cricket in summer. ... Schematic map of Auckland. ...

1995 World Cup

Despite just the two All Black caps, Lomu was included in the squad for the World Cup. Jonah stunned international rugby audiences (and unsuspecting players) at the 1995 World Cup, when he scored seven tries in five matches, including four in the semi-finals against England. In his first ever World Cup match, against Ireland in Johannesburg, he scored two tries in the 43 to 19 win. The following match against Wales, Lomu was replaced during the game, and did not score any tries in the 34 to 9 victory. He was rested for the final pool match against Japan. In the quarter finals, Jonah scored a try in the 48 to 30 win over Scotland at Loftus Versfeld. He shocked the 51,000 that packed into Newlands in Cape Town to see the semi-final against England, as he notched up four tries in the 45 to 29 defeat of the English, including a try in which he ran straight through England fullback Mike Catt. For the world cup that is contested in rugby league, see Rugby League World Cup. ... The 1995 Rugby World Cup was the third Rugby World Cup. ... First international (also the worlds first) Scotland 4 - 1 England (27 March 1871) Largest win England 134 - 0 Romania (17 November 2001) Worst defeat Australia 76 - 0 England (6 June 1998) The England national rugby union team are the current World Champions of rugby union. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... First international (also the worlds first) Scotland 4 - 1 England (27 March 1871) Largest win Scotland 100 - 8 Japan (13 November 2004) Worst defeat Scotland 10 - 68 South Africa (6 December 1997) World Cup Appearances 5 (First in 1987) Best result 4th 1991 The Scotland national rugby union team... Loftus Versfeld Stadium is a sports stadium situated in Pretoria, South Africa. ... A Stormers Super 14 rugby match at Newlands. ... Nickname: Motto: Spes Bona (Latin for Good Hope) Location of the City of Cape Town in Western Cape Province Coordinates: , Country Province Municipality City of Cape Town Metropolitan Municipality Founded 1652 Government [1]  - Type City council  - Mayor Helen Zille  - City manager Achmat Ebrahim Area  - City 2,499 km²  (964. ... First international (also the worlds first) Scotland 4 - 1 England (27 March 1871) Largest win England 134 - 0 Romania (17 November 2001) Worst defeat Australia 76 - 0 England (6 June 1998) The England national rugby union team are the current World Champions of rugby union. ... Mike Catt MBE (born in 17 September 1971) is an English rugby union footballer who plays for London Irish, having previously played for Bath. ...

Lomu bulldozes Mike Catt during the 1995 semi-final, one of his four tries during the match

His style of play at times defied description; New Zealand commentator, Keith Quinn, was famously reduced to gasps as Lomu devastated England's backline. Before the 1995 game on being asked how England planned to contain him, Will Carling told reporters 'His legs are the same thickness as anybody elses, I'm sure he'll go down just the same.' After the game, Carling was quoted as saying: 'He is a freak, and the sooner he goes away the better'. Lomu's attacking style was one of pure power; he had a tendency to run straight into or over any defender who had the the misfortune to get in his way. Image File history File links Lomu_Mike_Catt_steamroll. ... Image File history File links Lomu_Mike_Catt_steamroll. ... Keith Quinn (born September 22, 1988 in Dublin, Ireland) is a football midfielder playing for the Sheffield United Youth team. ... William Carling OBE (born December 12, 1965) is a former Rugby union player, and captain of England from 1988 to 1996. ...

Following the win over England, the All Blacks entered what would become an epic World Cup final match at Ellis Park against the Springboks^[6], but despite his efforts, Lomu could not score a try against the South African side. The game went to the hosts, who scored a drop-goal in extra time to sink the All Blacks 15-12. First international South Africa 4 - 0 British and Irish Lions (30 July 1891) Largest win Uruguay 5 - 134 South Africa (11 June 2005) Worst defeat England 53 - 3 South Africa (23 November 2002) World Cup Appearances 3 (First in 1995) Best result Champions, 1995 Springboks redirects here. ... Extra time is an additional period played at the end of some games of football (soccer) if the score is tied after the two standard periods (halves) of play. ...

1996-1998

In the first match after the World Cup loss to South Africa, the All Blacks took on Australia at home at Eden Park. Lomu scored New Zealand's only try in the match; which they won 28 points to 16. In the return match, held at the Sydney Football Stadium to decide the Bledisloe Cup, the All Blacks won 34 to 23 despite trailing at half-time, with Lomu scoring a try. Lomu's scoring for New Zealand continued later that year when the All Blacks took on Italy in Bologna, with Lomu contributing two tries to the victory. Lomu also played against the French Barbarians in November in Toulon, as well as two matches against French selections. Lomu played in the first test against France in Toulouse, which was won through penalty goals, as well as the subsequent match against a French Selection, in which Lomu scored a pair of tries. He scored a try in the second and final test against France in Paris. Aussie Stadium (Formerly known as the Sydney Football Stadium, or SFS) ( ) was built in 1988 to be the premium rectangular field in Sydney, Australia. ... The Bledisloe Cup Rugby Unions Bledisloe Cup is contested between Australias Wallabies and New Zealands All Blacks. ... Bologna (IPA , from Latin Bononia, BulÃ¥ggna in Emiliano-Romagnolo dialect) is the capital city of Emilia-Romagna in northern Italy, in the Pianura Padana, between the Po River and the Apennines, exactly between the Reno River and the Sàvena River. ... The French Barbarians are an invitational rugby union team that is based in France. ... Panorama of Toulon area. ... New city flag (Occitan cross) Traditional coat of arms Motto: (Occitan: For Toulouse, always more) Location Coordinates Time Zone CET (GMT +1) Administration Country Region Midi-Pyrénées Department Haute-Garonne (31) Intercommunality Community of Agglomeration of Greater Toulouse Mayor Jean-Luc Moudenc  (UMP) (since 2004) City Statistics Land... It has been suggested that List of visitor attractions in Paris be merged into this article or section. ...

Prior to the start of the first Tri Nations Series, Lomu played for the All Blacks in matches against Samoa and Scotland, scoring in the Scottish match. The All Blacks also hosted Australia in Wellington; crushing the Wallabies 43 to six, with Lomu getting three of the tries. The 1996 Tri Nations was the first of its kind, and launched with the advent of professionalism in rugby. A close victory over South Africa in Christchurch was followed by a 32 to 25 win over the Wallabies, in which Lomu scored. The wins ensured the All Blacks became the first ever Tri Nations champions. Post-Tri Nations, Lomu played three other matches for the All Blacks that year; against Currie Cup sides in South Africa; Eastern Province, Western Transvaal and Griqualand West. The Tri Nations Series is an annual international Rugby Union series held between Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. ... It has been suggested that this article or section be merged with Wellington Region. ... The 1996 Tri Nations Series was contested from July 6 to August 10 between the Australia, New Zealand and South Africa national rugby union teams. ... The Tri Nations is contested annually between the Wallabies (Australia), the All Blacks (New Zealand) and the Springboks (South Africa). ... For the cricket competition originally known as the Currie Cup, see SuperSport Series. ...

At the end of 1996 he was diagnosed with a rare and serious kidney disorder, which saw him take time off from the sport. As such he did not play in the 1997 Tri Nations Series, but was included in the All Blacks tour of the northern hemisphere at the end of the year. Lomu played in the two warm up matches, scoring tries against Wales 'A' and Emerging England. He played the first test against England at Old Trafford, as well as the test against Wales at Wembley Stadium, and the second match against England, though he did not score in any of the three games. Human kidneys viewed from behind with spine removed The kidneys are bean-shaped excretory organs in vertebrates. ... The 1997 Tri Nations Series was contested from July 19 to August 23 between the Australia, New Zealand and South Africa national rugby union teams. ... Old Trafford (given the nickname The Theatre of Dreams by Sir Bobby Charlton) is a football stadium in the Greater Manchester borough of Trafford, and is the home of Manchester United F.C.. The ground has been Uniteds permanent home since 1910, bar an eight year absence from 1941... Wembley Stadium was a football stadium located in Wembley, London. ...

At the 1998 Commonwealth Games in Kuala Lumpur he won a gold medal representing New Zealand in the Sevens Rugby event. Following the test series in England, the English rugby team came to New Zealand in June the following year for a two test series. Lomu played in both of the matches, scoring in the first, which was a 64 to 22 win in Dunedin, which was followed by a 40 to 10 win. The 1998 Tri Nations Series did not go as planned for the All Blacks, as they lost all four games and finished at the bottom of the table. The 1998 XVI Commonwealth Games were held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from September 11 to September 21 making it the first Asian country to act as host and the last Commonwealth Games for 20th Century. ... Nickname: Motto: Maju dan makmur (Malay: Progress and Prosper) Location in Malaysia Coordinates: , Country State Establishment 1857 Granted city status 1974 Government  - Mayor (Datuk Bandar) Datuk Abdul Hakim Borhan From 14 December 2006 Area  - City 243. ... Dunedin (ÅŒtepoti in Maori) is the second-largest city in the South Island of New Zealand, and the principal city of the region of Otago. ... The 1998 Tri Nations Series was contested from July 11 to August 22 between the Australia, New Zealand and South Africa national rugby union teams. ...

1999 and the World Cup

Lomu's 1999 international season kicked off with a warm-up match against New Zealand 'A', which was followed by a game against Samoa in which Lomu scored one of the All Blacks' nine tries. Lomu came on late in the first game of the 1999 Tri Nations Series, which was a huge 28 to nil win over South Africa, and at one point took eight men to bring him down. He again started from the bench in the subsequent game against Australia which the All Blacks also won. Lomu started from the bench in the following match against the Springboks in Pretoria, though he came in early, in the 34 to 18 win. He was introduced at near half-time in the final Tri Nations game against Australia in Sydney, though the game was characterised by New Zealand errors, and Australia won the rainy affair, in front of 107,042 supporters. Despite the loss, the All Blacks were crowned Tri Nations champions. The 1999 Tri Nations Series was contested from July 10 to August 28 between the Australia, New Zealand and South Africa national rugby union teams. ... Motto: Praestantia Praevaleat Pretoria (May Pretoria Be Pre-eminent In Excellence) Country South Africa Province Gauteng Established 1855 Area  - City 1,644 km²  (634. ...

He scored eight tries at the 1999 World Cup. In New Zealand's first pool match of the tournament against Tonga he scored two tries, scoring again in one of his finest matches in pool play against England.^[8] Lomu scored his second double of the tournament in the third and final pool match against Italy. The All Blacks, finishing atop of their pool proceeded to the quarter-finals, where they defeated Scotland, with Lomu added one of New Zealand's four tries. Lomu scored twice in the semi-final match against France, though it was not enough to see them through to the final, as France went onto win 43 to 31. Through his career, Lomu has scored 8 tries against England — more than any other All Black. Lomu also holds an unbeaten record of 15 tries in World Cup tournaments. Following the World Cup, there was speculation that Lomu would be moving to the NFL, or the English premiership, with both the Saracens F.C. and Worcester publicly saying they would make an offer to him. None of the speculation materialised and Lomu stayed in New Zealand.^[9] The 1999 Rugby World Cup, the first to be held in rugby unions professional era,[2] was hosted by Wales, with some matches also played in England, France, Scotland and Ireland. ... NFL logo For other uses of the abbreviation NFL, see NFL (disambiguation). ... The Guinness Premiership is a professional league competition for rugby union clubs in the top division of the English rugby system. ... Saracens Rugby Union Football Club is an English rugby union team located in Watford, Hertfordshire. ... Official website www. ...

2000-2003

After playing in the 100+ victory over Tonga, he and Tana Umaga scored five tries between them in the subsequent match against Scotland. One of his tries was a characteristic bulldozing effort down the wing, leaving Scottish defenders in his wake. In the opening match of the 2000 Tri Nations Series, the All Blacks raced out to a 21 to nil lead, which had the potential to be 28, had George Gregan not stopped Lomu from scoring one of his own. Australia amazingly fought back, and with minutes remaining, both sides had scored five tries each. The world record rugby crowd of 109,874 was treated to the highest scoring match ever between the two sides. With just minutes remaining, the Wallabies led 35 to 34; until Lomu "brushed past a desperate Stephen Larkham to tip-toe down the line and score the winning try"^[10]. Ionatana Falefasa Tana Umaga, ONZM, (IPA: , born May 27, 1973) is a New Zealand rugby union footballer and former captain of the national team, the All Blacks. ... The 2000 Tri Nations Series was contested from July 15 to August 26 between the Australia, New Zealand and South Africa national rugby union teams. ... George Musarurwa Gregan AM (born 19 April 1973 in Lusaka, Zambia) is an Australian rugby union scrum-half who has made more appearances for his national team than any other player in the sports history. ... Stephen Larkham (born 29 May 1974, Canberra) is an Australian rugby union footballer with the Brumbies in the Super 14 and the Wallabies at international level. ...

The match was followed by a victory over South Africa, and then a re-match of the thrilling Bledisloe Cup game, which Australia won by just a single point, 24 to 23. A barn-storming Lomu was stopped short of the line early in the second half in the final match against South Africa. The Springboks eventually won, 46 to 40. The All Blacks finished second on the table, with Australia winning the Tri Nations. He played in one other test that year; against France at Stade de France in November, which the All Blacks won 39 to 26. The Stade de France and the district of La Plaine The Stade de France (the English translation Stadium of France is not used) is a stadium in an inner suburb of Paris, and the national stadium of France, built for the 1998 Football World Cup. ...

Lomu also led the New Zealand Sevens team to victory at the 2001 Sevens World Cup, filling in for Rush, who suffered a broken leg during the competition. In the lead up to the 2001 Tri Nations Series the All Blacks played Argentina and France at home, Lomu scoring a try in the French match. Despite causing havoc for the Springboks, no tries were scored in the opening match of the Tri Nations, which was won on penalty goals by the All Blacks. Lomu played his 50th test for the All Blacks at the Carisbrook 'House of Pain', scoring a try in the second minute of play. The Wallabies spoiled the party however, winning 23 to 15. This was followed by a win over South Africa, and loss to the Wallabies at Stadium Australia. The Rugby World Cup Sevens is the worlds premier international contest in the Sevens version of rugby union, first held in Scotland in 1993 and held every four years. ... The 2001 Tri Nations Series was contested from July 21 to September 1 between the Australia, New Zealand and South Africa national rugby union teams. ... This page is for Telstra Stadium, Sydney. ...

At the end of the year, the All Blacks played Ireland at Lansdowne Road in Dublin, with Lomu being a central figure in the 40 to 29 win; setting up Aaron Mauger for his debut try, and taking an inside pass to blast through for one of his own. The All Blacks end of season tour continued at Murrayfield in Edinburgh, where they defeated Scotland 37 to six, with Lomu contributing one try. In the final match of the tour, the All Blacks played Argentina at the River Plate Stadium. Lomu put the All Blacks in front after Argentina took an early lead, with Lomu brushing off four defenders to score. The match was in the end won by New Zealand, 24 to 20. A DART train passes under the Lansdowne Road Rugby Football Stadium and over the level crossing as it enters the station of the same name. ... Dublin city centre at night WGS-84 (GPS) Coordinates: , Statistics Province: Leinster County: Dáil Éireann: Dublin Central, Dublin North Central, Dublin North East, Dublin North West, Dublin South Central, Dublin South East European Parliament: Dublin Dialling Code: +353 1 Postal District(s): D1-24, D6W Area: 114. ... Aaron Joseph Douglas Mauger (last name pronounced Major; born 29 November 1980 in Christchurch) is a rugby union footballer who plays at first five-eighths and second five-eighths for Canterbury (Air New Zealand Cup), the Crusaders (Super Rugby) and the New Zealand All Blacks. ... Murrayfield Stadium is a sports stadium in the capital of , Edinburgh, and is the home of Scottish Rugby Union. ... For other uses, see Edinburgh (disambiguation). ... The Estadio Monumental Antonio V. Liberti, better known as El Monumental or River Plate Stadium, is a stadium in the Belgrano district of Buenos Aires, Argentina. ...

In his first test of 2002, he came off the bench in the second half to score a try in a match against Italy. He was again injected into play from the bench in the first of a two test series against Ireland in New Zealand; setting up the All Blacks second try coming on in the last fifteen minutes of play. Lomu was back at his usual starting position for the second test against the Irish, which New Zealand won 40 points to eight. Lomu did not score in the subsequent match against Fiji; though he did however make a trademark run down the wing, setting up Christian Cullen's third try in the match. Lomu came off the bench in the All Blacks first game of the 2002 Tri Nations Series against South Africa, though he did not play in the rest of the tournament. The 2002 Tri Nations Series was contested from July 13 to August 17 between the Australia, New Zealand and South Africa national rugby union teams. ...

He was however back in his starting position on the wing for a game against England in November; which Lomu ended up scoring a double, though it was not enough to see a New Zealand victory, with England winning 31 to 28. The subsequent match against France resulted in a draw, the first between the two nations in 96 years. The last match of the end of season tour was against Wales, which the All Blacks won 43 to 17.

Health issues

At the end of 1996 Lomu was diagnosed as having nephrotic syndrome, a rare and serious kidney disorder. His rugby union career went on hold whilst the disorder was treated. In May 2003, the NZRFU announced that Lomu had been put on dialysis three times a week due to deterioration in his kidney function. Side effects of Lomu's dialysis treatment led to severe nerve damage in his feet and legs; his doctors warned him that he faced life in a wheelchair if a kidney transplant was not performed soon. The kidneys are organs that filter wastes (such as urea) from the blood and excrete them, along with water, as urine. ... The New Zealand Rugby Football Union is the governing body of rugby union in New Zealand. ... In medicine, dialysis is a type of renal replacement therapy which is used to provide an artificial replacement for lost kidney function due to renal failure. ...

Late in March 2004, Lomu was quoted by a Hong Kong newspaper to the effect that a suitable live kidney donor had been found, and that he would have transplant surgery sometime during 2004. However, the former All Blacks team physician who was overseeing Lomu's treatment quickly denied the report. Nonetheless, at the end of July 2004 it was reported that Lomu had indeed undergone a kidney transplant on Tuesday, July 28, in Auckland, New Zealand. The kidney was in fact donated by Wellington radio presenter Grant Kereama. Lomu soon announced his intention to train for his rugby union renaissance in June 2005. Year 2004 (MMIV) was a leap year starting on Thursday of the Gregorian calendar. ... First international Australia 3 - 22 New Zealand (15 August 1903) Largest win New Zealand 145 - 17 Japan (4 June 1995) Worst defeat Australia 28 - 7 New Zealand (28 August 1999) World Cup Appearances 5 (First in 1987) Best result Champions, 1987 The All Blacks are New Zealands national rugby... is the 209th day of the year (210th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Schematic map of Auckland. ... It has been suggested that this article or section be merged with Wellington Region. ...

In July 2007, Lomu appeared in a TV ad for the New Zealand electricity industry. The ad recalled his dialysis treatment, and advised viewers to tell their power companies if they relied on electricity for life support.

Comeback quest

In January 2005 he announced his intentions to lead a team against Martin Johnson's invitational XV on June 4, 2005, at Twickenham. He scored a try in the first half of the Johnson testimonial, but injured his shoulder in the process and did not return for the second half, dampening an otherwise encouraging first appearance.^[11] As it turned out, his injury was more serious than originally thought; he underwent surgery on the shoulder that caused him to miss the 2005 NPC season. Martin Osborne Johnson CBE (born March 9, 1970) is a former England rugby union player and captain. ... June 4 is the 155th day of the year (156th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Twickenham Stadium (usually known as just Twickenham or Twickers[1]) is a stadium located in Twickenham, a suburb of south-west London (in the historic county of Middlesex). ... A testimonial match, often referred to simply as a testimonial, is a practice in some sports, notably football (soccer) and especially in England, where a club puts on a match in honor of a player for service to the club. ...

Before returning to professional rugby, he needed special clearance from the World Anti-Doping Agency, as one of the anti-rejection drugs he must take is on the WADA list of banned substances.^[12] On April 8, 2005, he signed a two-year contract to play for the New Zealand first division provincial team North Harbour in the NPC.^[13] The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is an independent foundation created through a collective initiative led by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). ... April 8 is the 98th day of the year (99th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2005 (MMV) was a common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... The North Harbour Rugby Union was formed in 1985 and during this time has developed a reputation for playing quality rugby football. ...

On the 9 August 2005 he joined North Harbour but the shoulder injury he picked up in the Martin Johnson testimonial game ruled him out for the season, so he worked with the team in a coaching capacity.^[14]. North Harbour agreed to allow him to play overseas during the NPC offseason, so Lomu signed with the Cardiff Blues of the Celtic League and began playing in Wales in December that year,^[15], though he would then return to North Harbour for the 2006 NPC season.^[16] Lomu made his first appearance in a competitive match since his transplant on December 10, in Cardiff's away Heineken Cup fixture against Italian club Calvisano. He started the match and played 60 minutes, although he did not score, he made a key line break that led to Cardiff's first try in their 25-10 win. is the 221st day of the year (222nd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2005 (MMV) was a common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... Official website www. ... The Celtic League, currently known as the Magners League for sponsorship reasons, is an annual rugby union competition involving regional sides from Ireland, Scotland and Wales. ... This article is about the country. ... December 10 is the 344th day (345th in leap years) of the year in the Gregorian calendar, 21 days before the next year. ... The Heineken Cup sponsored by Heineken (known as the H Cup in France due to alcohol advertising laws) is an annual rugby union competition involving leading club, regional and provincial teams from England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales. ... Ghial Rugby Calvisano is a Italian rugby union club currently competing in Super 10. ...

One week later he made his home debut for Cardiff at Cardiff Arms Park and played for the whole match. Again, he did not get onto the scoresheet but his presence was enough to create space for other players to score in a 43-16 win over Calvisano. In front of a record home crowd, Lomu scored his first try for Cardiff on December 27, 2005, with a man-of-the-match performance during a Celtic League 41-23 win against the Newport Gwent Dragons. In early 2006 whilst he had been sidelined while he concentrated on gaining speed and strength, stating that "I have now lost between 10 and 11 kilos".^[17] He got his first start since January against Border Reivers on Saturday, April 15, but broke his ankle as a result of a cover tackle against him four minutes from time. He was denied a try, but managed to get the ball away for Mark Lewis to score the Blues sixth try in their 46-11 win. He was estimated to be out for six weeks, as reported by his manager and wife, Fiona Lomu, meaning the end of his Celtic League season. Cardiff Arms Park is a stadium complex situated in the centre of Cardiff, Wales. ... December 27 is the 361st day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (362nd in leap years). ... Year 2005 (MMV) was a common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... The Celtic League, currently known as the Magners League for sponsorship reasons, is an annual rugby union competition involving regional sides from Ireland, Scotland and Wales. ... The Newport Gwent Dragons (Welsh: Dreigiau Gwent Casnewydd) are a Rugby Union team from Wales. ... See also Border Reivers for the historical background. ... is the 105th day of the year (106th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ...

After three seasons of absence from rugby in New Zealand, Lomu played for Massey against Marist in the North Harbour club competition. Lomu was on for 30 minutes, making a blocking run before he twisted his right ankle and was subsequently replaced. Lomu said that it was "a small step"^[18] in part of his comeback. He is aiming to return to the National Provincial Championship and reclaim his All Blacks jersey for the 2007 World Cup. It was speculated in the media that Lomu may play for North Harbour in third round of the 2006 Air New Zealand Cup, though officials did not confirm anything.^[19] Lomu ended up running out for North Harbour in round four, in a match against Wellington, playing in the last 26 minutes of the game. Harbour won the match 31-16. Lomu said after the match "For me it's a dream come true...I've always said this is my goal - to come back and play in New Zealand." However he has now ended his hopes of returning to play with the New Zealand All Blacks after not being signed with a New Zealand Super 14 Team, therefore ruling him out for the 2007 Rugby World Cup In France.^[20] Before Lomu failed to be signed by any franchise, Lomu was demoted to the North Harbour 2nd XV. Lomu stated he was disappointed by his failure in not getting a Super 14 contract, but that he had not failed himself.^[20] It was subsequently speculated that Lomu may play in Australia in 2007 for one of the new national competition clubs. The Massey Rugby Club is a New Zealand rugby union club located in Massey, Waitakere City. ... The National Provincial Championship (which for sponsorship reasons, is referred to as Air New Zealand NPC or just simply NPC) is New Zealands principal domestic rugby union competition. ... The 2007 Rugby World Cup will be the sixth Rugby World Cup, the quadrennial rugby union world championship. ... The 2006 Air New Zealand Cup is a provincial rugby union competition involving 14 teams from New Zealand. ... The National Rugby Competition (it is unknown if this title will be official) is a semi-professional rugby union competition that will commence in Australia in July 2007. ...

On October 16th 2006 it was reported that Lomu was close to switching codes and signing for the Gold Coast Titans, a side in Australia's National Rugby League competition. He was offered a relatively small contract of a hundred thousand dollars. However, the deal did not materialise as Lomu was unable to reconcile his contracts based on him playing rugby union to playing in the NRL.[2] The Gold Coast Titans are an Australian professional rugby league football team based on the Gold Coast in Queensland. ... poo The National Rugby League (NRL) is the top league of professional rugby league football clubs in Australasia. ...

On 5th November 2006, the BBC reported that Lomu was considering a return to Welsh rugby. [3] He last played rugby in Hong Kong to take part in the Tens competition.

On April 9, 2007, Lomu appeared on New Zealand's version of This Is Your Life, in which he was reunited with his estranged half brother Noah Lomu. April 9 is the 99th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (100th in leap years). ... This Is Your Life was a television documentary series hosted by its producer, Ralph Edwards. ...

Lomu was appointed as a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit in the Queen's Birthday Honours list on June 4, 2007.^[21] The New Zealand Order of Merit is an order of chivalry established on 30 May 1996 by Queen Elizabeth II of New Zealand. ... June 4 is the 155th day of the year (156th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the AD/CE era. ...

Also lately Jonah has been denying accusations that he is homosexual after reports of Jonah being caught in bed with another man.

Further Reading

• Phil Shirley "Blood & Thunder The unofficial biography of Jonah Lomu" Harper Collins Publishers London ISBN 0-00-274028-1
• Lomu, Jonah, (2004). Jonah Lomu Autobiography, Headline Book Pub Ltd, (ISBN 0-7553-1263-5)

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See also

• Official website
• Jonah Lomu at AllBlacks.com

• Murray Webb caricatures: Lomu at RWC 1995     Lomu in Counties kit
• Jonah Lomu Rugby (video game)